Meet the Omegas: Health Benefits of Omegas 3, 5, 6, 7 and 9

There’s no doubt you’ve heard of popular omega-3 fatty acids. Found in fatty fish such as salmon and tuna, omega-3s have benefits for almost every part of your body. But, did you know that omega-3s aren’t the only game in town? Other members of the omega family include omega-5, omega-6, omega-7 and omega-9. So, what’s the story? Are all omegas of equal value? Do you need them all?

Here’s a quick primer on omega fatty acids — including what they do and where to find them!

Researched BenefitsOmega-3:

The research is most plentiful for omega-3, with over 8,000 studies published about them, to date. Studies confirm that omega-3 fatty acids: